Part-Time Bookkeeper

We are hiring a Part-Time Bookkeeper to support Anthro's day-to-day accounting operations. You will be responsible for transaction processing, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring our books are clean, organized, and up to date.

This is a hands-on role focused on accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and transaction coding. You will work closely with the Head of Finance and external accounting partners to keep the financials running smoothly and support month-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process daily financial transactions, including vendor invoices, cash receipts, customer and grant invoices, and coding of bank and credit card transactions
• Manage accounts payable, including vendor onboarding, invoice review and approval, payment processing, and responding to vendor inquiries
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure all transactions are properly recorded in QuickBooks
• Support month-end close activities, including preparing schedules and supporting documentation, and reviewing account balances for accuracy
• Maintain general ledger accuracy by posting journal entries, maintaining proper coding using chart of accounts and project codes, and keeping records organized and reconciled
• Support grant and project tracking by coding expenses to appropriate grant codes, tracking grant-funded costs, maintaining documentation, and organizing financial information for grant reports
• Maintain organized financial filing systems for invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation
• Support accounts receivable, including issuing customer invoices, tracking payment status, following up on overdue invoices, and coordinating with internal teams on billing questions
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and ethical rules

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Experience with QuickBooks Online preferred and/or other modern accounting softwares
• Proficiency in Excel for basic reporting and analysis
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping, commitment to accuracy and data quality
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Clear communication skills and comfort working with cross-functional teams
• Reliable, proactive, and accountable approach to work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a startup, manufacturing, or technology company environment
• Familiarity with corporate credit card platforms (Ramp, Brex, etc.)
• Experience with grant-funded or project-based accounting
• Associate's degree or coursework in accounting or bookkeeping certification (Bachelor’s preferred)
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who can work independently and manage time effectively in a part-time role
• Curious and eager to learn about the business and contribute to its success

Benefits

Location: Alameda, CA (Hybrid onsite, or Remote with West-Coast preference)

Schedule: 10-15 hours per week, flexible scheduling

Pay Range: $30 - $40/hr, depending on experience